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Ministry of Defence
INDIAN COAST GUARD RESCUES FISHERMEN
Indian Coast Guard Ship Arush, whilst on patrol close to notional International Maritime Boundary Line  rescued 07 fishermen from burning boat Kalash Raj on 07 Nov 21 in coordination with other fishing boats in the area. The boat reportedly caught fire due to fuel leakage from engine exhaust. ICG ship Arush under the command of Commandant  Ashwini Kumar, arrived with maximum speed at the scene of fire and quickly engaged in firefighting operations however, due to rapid spread of fire, the boat could not be salvaged and ultimately sank. The rescued crew, who were exhausted and visibly tired, were taken onboard and provided with first aid and initial assistance by the ICG ship. As the ICG ship was on forward area patrol, the ship handed over the rescued fishermen to other fishing boat operating in the vicinity for passage to Okha. The boat is likely to reach Okha by 08 Nov 2021.
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Ministry of Finance
India and Switzerland hold Secretary-level Bilateral Meeting; discuss enhanced cooperation in fight against tax evasion
Fighting the menace of Black Money stashed in offshore accounts is a key priority area for the Government of India. Following the agreement between Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Swiss President Mr Ueli” Maurer for enhanced cooperation in the fight against tax evasion, the two sides have worked closely for expeditious information exchange in tax matters.
To further this cooperation, Revenue Secretary Dr Ajay Bhushan Pandey and Switzerland’s State Secretary for International Finance Ms Daniela Stoffel met here today. The Secretaries expressed satisfaction over the progress made over the past few years in the area of administrative assistance in tax matters, particularly the efforts made by Switzerland in providing assistance in HSBC cases.
Welcoming the first transmission of financial account information on automatic basis between the two countries in September 2019, the Secretaries reiterated their countries’ commitment to global tax transparency for tackling offshore tax evasion. This automatic exchange of financial account information will usher a new era of financial transparency as Indian tax administration will now know the details of all bank accounts held by Indians in Switzerland. The Secretaries encouraged the competent authorities of both the countries to further collaborate and share experiences with the aim of continuously enhancing the quality of the exchanged data.
The Revenue Secretary and Swiss State Secretary also exchanged views on addressing the challenges arising out of digitalisation of the economy and agreed that coordinated international actions, as in the case of tax base erosion and profit shifting project, are central to achieving a consensus-based long-term solution that leads to desired tax certainty and sustainable development.
The Secretaries reaffirmed the need for continuous dialogue at the level of competent authorities of the two countries to further enhance the cooperation under the India-Switzerland tax treaties and agreed to carry forward the dialogue in the spirit of mutual friendship and cooperation.
A Joint Statement was signed by the two Secretaries at the conclusion of the meeting.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles demise of Shri Sunil Jain
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of Noted Journalist Shri Sunil Jain.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said :
"You left us too soon, Sunil Jain. I will miss reading your columns and hearing your frank as well as insightful views on diverse matters. You leave behind an inspiring range of work. Journalism is poorer today, with your sad demise. Condolences to family and friends. Om Shanti."
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Assistive Aids and Appliances distributed to Senior Citizens Under 58th Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana Camp
A Distribution camp for free of cost distribution of Aids and Assistive Living devises under Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana , a scheme of Social Justice & Empowerment Department for Senior Citizen under BPL category, was organized at S. K Mohit Hall, Jhilmil Industrial Aera in East Delhi toady by Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India , a PSU working under the aegis of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment in close association with District Administration,East Delhi. The distribution camp function was presided over by Shri Mahesh Giri, the Member of Parliament, East Delhi.
In the camp 2598 number of daily living assisted living devices of different categories regarding age related infirmities valuing approx. Rs. 50.00 Lakhs were distributed among 910 pre identified Sr. Citizen Beneficiaries of East Delhi District.
Identified beneficiaries were registered during the assessment camp conducted by ALIMCO at various locations of East Delhi district in the month of February 2018.
Assistive Living Devices distributed to Sr. Citizens under RVY are:-
14–Wheelchairs Tetra/Tripod-39
862- BTE Hearing Aids Crutches- 16
660- Walking Sticks Dentures- 243
746- Spectacles
58 distribution camps have been conducted so far all over country under RVY in which 60601 Number of beneficiaries have been served and 138653 Number of appliances have been distributed valuing Rs.2,935.75 Lakhs.
NITI Aayog
Anita Kumari of Bihar Sharif honoured in the Fifth Edition of Women Transforming India Awards by the NITI Aayog
75 Women honoured in the 75th year of India’s Independence
Anita Kumari of Bihar Sharif from Madhopur Farmers Producer Company Ltd is among the 75 women honoured as Women Transforming India by the NITI Aayog.
Women have consistently been playing a key role in transforming India into a ‘Sashakt Aur Samarth Bharat’. In recognition of the remarkable achievements of these women across diverse sectors NITI Aayog has instituted Women Transforming India Awards.
This year, as part of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to celebrate 75 years of India’s independence, the WTI Awards were conferred on 75 women achievers. Click here to know more about the other awardees.
Anita Kumari, Bihar Sharif
Madhopur Farmers Producer Company Ltd.
Anita Kumari, an agricultural women entrepreneur by profession, works in cultivation of mushroom, mushroom span production, beekeeping, horticultural and cereal crops. She is also well known as ‘Mushroom Lady’, as her production of mushrooms has won several awards as well. She envisions imparting training and handholding assistance to Farmer
Production Organisations for their development and evolution into effective enterprises.
Madhopur Farmers is assisting Farmer Producer Organizations through entrepreneurial
development for establishing effective enterprises.
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Ministry of Defence
75th Independence Day celebration at the National War Memorial Southern Command, Pune on 15 August, 2021
75th Independence Day was celebrated at the National War Memorial, Southern Command Pune.
In a solemn ceremony held at the National War Memorial, Pune on 15 Aug 2021, Brigadier RR Kamath, Station Commander Pune paid rich tributes to the gallant warriors of the Indian Army who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty defending the territorial integrity of the nation. The celebrations this year were low key due to the on ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Selected military personnel from the Pune Station attended the wreath laying ceremony.
Ministry of Steel
NMDC celebrates International Year of Millets at Business Women Expo 2023
At the forefront of popularizing Millets, NMDC distributed the Superfood at the Business Women Expo 2023 in Hyderabad. In the backdrop of the International Year of Millets 2023, NMDC inspired women entrepreneurs to build Millet businesses and contribute to the food security of the nation. On behalf of the company, Shri K Praveen Kumar, ED  and Shri K Mohan, CGM  distributed the Millets and interacted with the participants on its benefits for a healthier future.
The United Nations, at the behest of the Government of India, declared 2023, the International Year of Millets. In its effort to increase the consumption of Millets, NMDC recently invited IIMR recognised Ahobilam Foods of Hyderabad to conduct a Session on - Millets as Smart Food. The session was followed by a Millet Lunch. The CPSE is also engaging with stakeholders on its Social Media platforms to create awareness and is distributing Millets at platforms of public importance.
Ministry of Coal
Opening of Bids for 7th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions
The auction process of 103 coal/lignite mines for sale of coal under 7th round of commercial coal mine auctions was launched by the Nominated Authority, Ministry of Coal on March 29, 2023. The last date for submission of online Technical Bids for all the coal mines is 1200 hours on June 27, 2023 and offline submission is 1600 hours on June 27, 2023.
As part of the auction process, Technical Bids comprising of online and offline bid documents will be opened on June 28, 2023, 10:00 am onwards at New Delhi, in the presence of the bidders.
Ministry of Finance
Revenue Receipts and Expenditure Pattern Reviewed;
Additional borrowing of only Rs20,000 cr of Government Securities would be adequate to meet financing needs
Vide the Press Release dated December 27, 2017, Government had stated that it will raise additional market borrowing of Rs50,000 crore through dated Government securities in the current financial year, 2017-18.
Upon a review of trends of revenue receipts and expenditure pattern, it has been assessed that additional borrowing of only Rs20,000 crore of Government securities would be adequate to meet financing needs. Government did not accept borrowings of Rs15,000 crore in last three auctions. Remaining Rs15,000 crore would be reduced from the notified borrowing programme of ensuing weeks.
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Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises
Ministry of MSME Celebrates “Iconic Week” from 28.02.2022 - 6.03.2022 under the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav Initiative
‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of its people, culture and achievements. As part of this initiative, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises is celebrating its iconic week under ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahosav’ initiative from 28.02.2022 to 06.03.2022.
As part of the celebrations of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, Ministry of MSME has planned a series of commemorative events and activities. During the iconic week, Ministry of MSME will launch Phase II of its ‘National Level Awareness Programme – Sambhav’ from 28.02.2022 to 31.03.2022 through which more than one lakh students from 1300 colleges all across the country will be motivated to take up entrepreneurship. The participants from the various colleges will be encouraged by field offices of Ministry through webinar to take up entrepreneurship and educate them about the schemes implemented by the Ministry to support entrepreneurs via Audio/video films/presentations.
Ministry of MSME is also launching an Entrepreneurship Promotion Drive in 46 aspirational districts in 9 states of the country to spread awareness amongst the people about benefits of schemes implemented by the Ministry to develop entrepreneurship culture.
Ministry of MSME will also bring out a special issue of Laghu Udyog Samachar during the iconic week under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav covering various schemes / programmes / events and opinions on MSME sector and covering 75 success stories of entrepreneurs.
To create awareness among people about MSME schemes, Ministry of MSME is going to organize MSME Expedition. This Expedition will be conducted through roadways with the purpose to educate people about benefits of entrepreneurship and also about initiatives of Ministry of MSME.
Ministry of MSME is also organizing a Mega International Conference on 4th & 5th March, 2022 at New Delhi on Plastic Waste Management which will be attended by prominent experts on the subject from all over the world and will benefit more than 300 MSME units from the sector.
Ministry of Finance
Rs 2,74,034 crore Foreign Portfolio Investments  inflows in Indian equity markets
Financial Year  2020-21 witnessed strong Foreign Portfolio Investment  inflows into the Indian equity markets of Rs 2,74,034 crore, thus, reflecting steadfast confidence of foreign investors in the fundamentals of the Indian Economy.
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FY 2020-21
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Net investment in Equity 
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April
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-6884
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May
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14569
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June
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21832
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July
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7563
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August
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47080
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September
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-7783
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October
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19541
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November
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60358
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December
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62016
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January
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19473
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February
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25787
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March
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10952
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Total for FY 20-21
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274034
Up to 1st April 2021; source: NSDL
The robust FPI flows came on the back of faster than expected economic recovery supported by multiple tranches of innovatively designed stimulus packages. The Government and regulators had also undertaken major policy initiatives directed at improving ease of access and investment climate for FPIs in the recent past. These include simplification and rationalisation of the FPI regulatory regime, operationalisation of the online Common Application Form  for the purpose of registration with SEBI, allotment of PAN and opening of bank and Demat accounts etc. The increase in aggregate FPI investment limit in Indian companies from 24% to the sectoral cap has been a catalyst for increase in weightage of Indian securities in major equity indices, thus mobilising massive equity inflows, both passive and active, into Indian capital markets.
The growth forecast for India in FY 2021-22 have been pegged above 10% by the World Bank, IMF and several global research organisations underscoring that India will continue to remain an attractive investment destination in the near future.
Ministry of Defence
Indian and French Navies conduct Varuna 19.1 Bilateral Exercise Off Goa coast 1st – 10th May 19
The first part of the Indo-French joint naval exercise, Varuna 19.1 will be conducted off the Goa coast from 1st to 10th May 19.
The upcoming 17th edition includes participation of the French Navy’s aircraft carrier FNS Charles de Gaulle, two destroyers, FNS Forbin and FNS Provence, the frigate FNS Latouche-Treville, the tanker FNS Marne and a nuclear submarine. From the Indian side, the aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya, destroyer INS Mumbai, the Teg-class frigate, INS Tarkash, the Shishumar- class submarine, INS Shankul, and the Deepak- class fleet tanker, INS Deepak, will be participating in this exercise.
The exercise will be conducted in two phases. The harbour phase at Goa would include cross-visits, professional interactions and discussions and sports events. The sea phase would comprise various excercises across the spectrum of maritime operations.
The second part, Varuna 19.2, is scheduled to be held at the end of May in Djibouti. The bilateral naval exercise initiated in 1983 and christened as ‘Varuna’ in 2001, form a vital part of the Indo-French strategic partnership. Having grown in scope and complexity over the years, this exercise exemplifies the strong relations between the two nations, in line with the Joint Strategic Vision of India-French Cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region signed by President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the former’s State visit to India in March 2018. The Varuna exercise aims at developing interoperability between the two navies and fostering mutual cooperation by learning from each other’s best practices to conduct joint operations. The exercise underscores the shared interests and commitment of both nations in promoting maritime security.
Election Commission
96 candidates contesting for 08 Lok Sabha seatsin Uttar Pradeshduring first phase of General Elections -2019
In Uttar Pradesh,India’s largest State electorally, a total of 96 contestants are in fray for the 08 Lok Sabha seats going for polls in the first phase of the General Election- 2019. All 80 Lok Sabha seat of the State are scheduled for polls in seven phases. The 08 seats going for polls in the first phase are Saharanpur, Kairana, Muzaffarnagar, Bijnor, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddha Nagar which will see polling on 11th April, 2019. A total 122 candidates had finally contested for these seats in previous Genral Election – 2014.
In this General Election the number of independent candidates has also come down significantly on these 08 seats. While 47 independent candidates had contested in previous General Election -2014, this year only 20 Independent candidates are in the fray for above mentioned 08 seats.
Constituency wise number of contestants for these 08 seats in the upcoming General Elections andpreceding two General Elections is as below:
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General Election Year
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Number of Contestants inLok Sabha Constituency
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Saharanpur
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Kairana
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Muzaffarnagar
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Bijnor
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Meerut
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Baghpat
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Ghaziabad
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Gautam B. Nagar
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2019|
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11
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13
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10
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13
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11
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13
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12
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13
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2014
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14
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11
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19
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12
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13
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14
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15
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24
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2009
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15
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15
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23
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23
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29
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16
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16
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26
Source - ECI websiteCEO  website
Prime Minister's Office
PM pays homage to Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji on his martyrdom day
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid tributes to Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji on his martyrdom day.
The Prime Minister tweeted;
"I pay homage to Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji on the day of his martyrdom. He is universally admired for his courage and unwavering commitment to his principles as well as ideals. He refused to bow to tyranny and injustice. His teachings continue to motivate us."
Election Commission
Sikkim goes to polls in First Phase of General elections-2019
11 Candidates in the fray for lone Lok Sabha seat
567 Polling stations set up for smooth conduct of elections
Sikkim will go to polls for General elections-2019 in First Phase. Sikkim has only one Lok Sabha Constituency,  where polls will be held on 11th April.
As per the data available, Sikkim has 423325 voters, which include 216222 Males and 207103 Females. The number of first time Electors in the age group of 18-19 years are 20246.
11 candidates are in fray for Sikkim Lok Sabha Constituency. 567 Polling stations have been set up for the smooth conduct of polls.
Sikkim holds a unique feature among the parliamentary constituencies with 100% voters having Elector Photo Identity Cards .
The Notification for Sikkim Lok Sabha elections was issued on 18th March. Last date for filing of nominations was 25th March. The scrutiny of nominations took place on 26th March while the last date for withdrawal of candidates was 28th March. Counting of Votes will take place on 23rd May 2019.
PIB Headquarters
V.O.Chidambaranar Port Shatters two records by handling ship with highest parcel size & Dead Weight Tonnage 
On 16.09.2019, V.O.Chidambaranar Port had berthed a vessel with highest capacity of 95,692 DWT carrying a Parcel Size of 89,777 Tonnes at Berth No.IX. The Panama flagged vessel ‘MV NBA VERMEER’ with Length of 234.98 metres, Beam of 38 metres and draft of 14.16 metres arrived from the Port of Baltimore, United States of America with 89,777 Tonnes of Coal consigned to India Cements Limited. Previously, the highest parcel size vessel MV KMAX Emperor' with 85,224 tonnes of Limestones was handled at the Port on 25.07.2019.
The vessel berthed at Berth No.IX commenced its discharge using three Harbour Mobile cranes capable of discharging 50,000 Tonnes per day. The entire consignment is expected to be completed by 22.00 Hrs on 18.09.2019. The Shipping Agents for the vessel is M/S. Ben Line Agencies  Pvt Ltd, Tuticorin and Stevedore Agent is M/S. Chettinad Logistics Pvt Ltd, Tuticorin.
During this financial year upto August 2019, the port has handled 5.26 Million Tonnes of coal as against 5.21 Million Tonnes handled during the corresponding period of previous year.
“With the regular arrivals of vessels over 14 metre draft, V.O.Chidambaranar Port is into the next league in international shipping along the East Coast of India. On this occasion of achieving this significant milestone, I would like to recognize the hard work and commitment of Ship Agents, Stevedores, Harbour Mobile Crane Operators, Officers and Staff of V.O. Chidambaranar Port.” said Shri T.K. Ramachandran, IAS, Chairman, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Trust.
The above details were released in the Press Release by V. O. Chidambaranar Port Trust, today.
Ministry of Finance
CBI arrests a Superintendent of CGST for accepting bribe of Rs. Five Lakh and recovers cash of Rs.42.70 Lakh  during searches
The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested a Superintendent, CGST, Bhiwandi Commissionerate, Mumbai for demanding & accepting bribe of Rs. Five Lakh from the Complainant.
A case was registered on complaint against Superintendent, CGST, Bhiwandi Commissionerate,Mumbai on the allegations of demanding undue advantage of Rs. 30 Lakh for settling the pending GST matter of a Company. Later, the accused allegedly negotiated the bribe amount to Rs. 15 Lakh.
CBI laid a trap and caught the accused red handed while accepting bribe of Rs. Five Lakh from the Complainant, as the first instalment of total bribe. Searches were conducted at the office & residential premises of accused at Mumbai and Ghaziabad which led to recovery of cash of Rs. 42.70 Lakh; documents related to movable/ immovable assets and other incriminating documents.
The arrested accused was produced today before the Special Judge for CBI Cases, Mumbai, and he was remanded to police custody till 21.08.2023.
President's Secretariat
PRESS COMMUNIQUE
Transfers & Appointments of Governors
The President of India is pleased to make the following appointments/changes:-
1. Shri Satya Pal Malik, Governor of Jammu & Kashmir is transferred and appointed as Governor of Goa;
2. Shri P.S. Sreedharan Pillai as Governor of Mizoram;
3. Shri Girish Chandra Murmu as Lieutenant Governor of Jammu-Kashmir;
4. Shri Radha Krishna Mathur as Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh
The above appointments will take effect from the dates they assume charge of their respective offices.
Ministry of Defence
11th high level meet between Indian and Korea Coast Guards
A seven-member delegation of the South Korea Coast Guard will have a high level meeting with Indian Coast Guard in New Delhi on 25 April, 2023. The delegation of South Korean Coast Guard will be led by Commissioner General KIM Jong Wook, while Indian Coast Guard team will be headed by ADG Rakesh Pal, Officiating Director General, Indian Coast Guard.
Both sides are expected to discuss measures at further enhancing the mutual cooperation including capacity building and other issues of mutual interest.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
127.93 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 98,416; lowest in 552 days
Active cases account for less than 1% of total cases, currently at 0.28%; Lowest since March 2020
Recovery Rate currently at 98.35%
8,834 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 3,40,69,608
8,306 new cases in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate  less than 2% for last 63 days
Weekly Positivity Rate  less than 1% for last 22days
64.82 cr Total Tests conducted so far